The collection consists of letters, manuscripts (including
23 diaries, 1915-74), documents, 17 scrapbooks, and
photographs related to the life and interests of Louise
Ward Watkins.

Background

Louise Whipple Ward Watkins, leader in women's rights,
California politics, and Los Angeles organizations, came
to California from New York with her family when she was
fifteen years old. Louise studied dramatics in New York
and law at the University of Southern California, and in
1915 she married Edward Francis Watkins. Mrs. Watkins was
active in the cause of woman suffrage, women's clubs, the
Japan American Society, and Republican politics. She
served on several state commissions, founded the Southern
California Republican Women (1935), and ran for the U.S.
Senate in 1938

Extent

22 boxes, 23 diaries, 17 scrapbooks, 10 oversize folders, and 1 album

Restrictions

In order to quote from, publish, or reproduce any of the manuscripts or visual materials, researchers must obtain formal permission
from the office of the Library Director. In most instances, permission is given by the Huntington as owner of the physical
property rights only, and researchers must also obtain permission from the holder of the literary rights. In some instances,
the Huntington owns the literary rights, as well as the physical property rights. Researchers may contact the appropriate
curator for further information.

Availability

Collection is open to qualified researchers by prior application through the Reader Services Department. For more information,
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